In Fashion from Creators Syndicate

Cracking the Office Dress Code for 05/15/2012

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Grab your handbag; grab your iPad; grab your flip-flops? Whoa, not so fast. Dressing for the office may be a little more relaxed now than it was in the days of padded shoulders and stiff suits, but it is still important to look polished and put together when it comes to work wear, says Jenny Levin, author of Harper Bazaar's "Great Style: Best Ways to Update Your Look." "Whether ...

Updated: Tue May 15, 2012

Short Shorts for 05/08/2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

With warm weather wafting our way, shorts are heating up the ocean beaches as well as the city streets. One of the season's biggest fashion hits, shorts are turning up everywhere and becoming a mainstay in wardrobes all year long.

This summer, the short stuff is anything but basic. From office-worthy culottes and rompers to casual, sassy denim cutoffs, there's plenty of short shorts out ...

Updated: Tue May 08, 2012

The Kate Effect for 05/01/2012

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Think back a year ago, and little did we know that walking down the royal aisle in Westminster Abbey was a British style maker who would quickly become a fashion icon, admired the world over for her easy elegance. Indeed it seems that whatever Kate Middleton wears is an immediate hit at retail — Zara's tangerine jeans, a green Diane Von Furstenberg wrap dress, a Burberry trench coat, Adid ...

Updated: Tue May 01, 2012

Fashion Mantras for Moms for 04/24/2012

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Ever grabbed a designer dress out of your mom's closet? Tossed on one of her cashmere sweaters? Or borrowed a treasured Chanel handbag? Chances are many of us do occasionally share in some of our mother's more stylish moments, but the reality of it is that more often than not, we each have our own sense of fashion that is very different than the older generation. Remember those days of matching ...

Updated: Tue Apr 24, 2012

Derby Days and the Preppy Side of Spring for 04/17/2012

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Whether you're cheering on your favorite horse at Churchill Downs or you're just sipping mint juleps on the front porch with friends, spring is time to lighten up and put some prep in your step. Vineyard Vines, the retailer that is the official clothing sponsor of the Kentucky Derby for the second year in a row, has put together some of the best items to add thoroughbred style to your wardrobe. ...

Updated: Tue Apr 17, 2012

Print It! The Do's and Don'ts of Wearing Spring's Newest Prints for 04/10/2012

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

It's a jungle out there this spring and summer. From wild leopards to zingy zebras to hyped up hibiscuses and strident stripes ... prints have put their stamp on fashion's trendiest looks this season. But before you step out into this manic menagerie of the style zoo, there are a few do's and don'ts. Yes, there are some fashion gurus who will tell you that you can wear whatever you want with wh ...

Updated: Tue Apr 10, 2012

Jumpstarting Spring for 04/03/2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Jumpsuits. Rompers. Playsuits. Call them what you will, these one-piece wonders are jumpstarting spring fashion in ways that high-fashion skydivers would never imagine. Ever since this '70s favorite started appearing on the runways last spring, designers have reinterpreted them for modern women this spring. Now a favorite of celebrities, the jumpsuit is once again rockin' the style scene.

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Updated: Tue Apr 03, 2012

Traveling in Style for 03/27/2012

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Wake up, sunshine! It's time to travel in style. Forget the dingy denims, the boring boots and the sweltering sweaters. You've got to book a ticket to a tropical paradise and have a little fun in the sun. Start planning your trip now, even if it's only in your dreams!

Think sun-drenched colors, sheer fabrics and sexy sandals. It's a perfect combination for sauntering up to that tiki bar ...

Updated: Tue Mar 27, 2012

Fashion's Spring Break for 03/20/2012

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

It's time to take a break and spring into action. The arrival of a new season is the perfect time to reinvent your wardrobe. Before you head to the mall, shop in your closet first. Here are some tips to freshen up your basics:

—Get organized. First, start by reorganizing your closet. Don't just shove your old clothes aside when you add some new spring and summer things. You need to ...

Updated: Tue Mar 20, 2012

Going Green for 03/13/2012

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0700

Green in all its many shades — from mossy ferns to menthol mints to ocean teals — is a lucky color to wear this spring. One of nature's favorite hues, the greens this year are balanced with cool pastels. Pantone, the color expert, predicts that we will be drinking up an icy "margarita" for our spring wardrobes and for fall 2012 — celebrate by wearing a warm rich ultr ...

Updated: Tue Mar 13, 2012

Extras! Extras! Spring Fashion Accessories for 03/06/2012

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Hats, handbags, hairpins ... and hello ... shoes. What would we do without accessories, girlfriends? Fashion would not be so fun, would it? With just a few special extras, you can transform that simple sheath dress into a glamorous style statement.

Here are the top 10 new accessory trends to add to your wardrobe this spring:

1. Serious sandals. The newest shoes are showstoppers. ...

Updated: Tue Mar 06, 2012

Fancy Pants for Spring and Summer for 02/28/2012

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

"I wear pants almost exclusively so I can sit like a truck driver. I own one dress — a long evening gown." — Lauren Bacall

How many of us agree with that movie icon that we all adore — Lauren Bacall? Pants mean freedom. And they are a must-have in our wardrobes. Day in and day out, for many of us, pants are our main go-to fashion staples when it comes to getti ...

Updated: Tue Feb 28, 2012

Tips on Shopping Smart for Spring for 02/14/2012

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

We may still be warming ourselves by the fireplace, but that doesn't mean we can't start firing up our spring shopping list. The spring trends are popping up in fashion spreads, in stores and online, so it's the perfect time to make a plan and start browsing for treasures. Yes, it's all right to dream about wearing that tangy tangerine maxi dress on the beach this summer!

But before you ...

Updated: Tue Feb 14, 2012

Valentine's Day Survival Guide for 02/07/2012

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Make this Valentine's Day a time to celebrate, even if you're single. Take a new look around and make a fresh start — with or without the chocolates. Yes, you could check yourself into a spa for the day, but here are a few other ways to put some romance into your life and survive the day of love in style!

—Address the issue. How about brightening up the occasion with a new dr ...

Updated: Tue Feb 07, 2012

The 10 Super Fashion Pieces for 01/31/2012

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Want to have a winning wardrobe? Then you've got to have a winning game plan. You don't need a closet stuffed with clothes. You just need the right clothes. Know what pieces score for you and put together a fashion plan that will perform for years to come. Kickoff the new year with these 10 "super" pieces:

1) The super jean. Whether it is skinny leggings or tailored trouser sty ...

Updated: Tue Jan 31, 2012

Smooth Sales and Spring Shopping Tips for 01/24/2012

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Sale, sale, sale. Everywhere there's a sale now. It's out with the wintry wardrobes and in with the latest springtime trends. At this time of year, discounted merchandise is ripe for the picking ... but there are some precautions to take before you fill up your shopping cart and whip out the credit card.

"If you can get the right items on sale, great," say fashion experts Jill ...

Updated: Tue Jan 24, 2012

12 Fashion Trends for 2012 for 01/10/2012

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

You may be all wrapped up in faux fur jackets and knee-high boots right now, but chances are you can't wait until you can shed the puffy parka and slip into something a little more on the "lighter" side of fashion. Say, like a colorful new drop-waist dress a la Daisy Buchanan in "The Great Gatsby."

On your next shopping trip, when you're browsing the winter sales, kee ...

Updated: Tue Jan 10, 2012

Fashion Resolutions for 01/03/2012

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Last year I made a few New Year's resolutions, even though now I am reminded that I really don't like to put that much pressure on myself. All this hype about the "new you, new year" is fine, but then most of the time I kind of like myself the way I am. However, I admit, there's always room for improvement. So at the beginning of this year, I am reflecting on 2011 to see just exactly ...

Updated: Tue Jan 03, 2012

Dress for New Year's Eve on a Budget for 12/20/2011

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Still have one more big party to attend? Is it the biggest evening of them all? New Year's Eve! Why not welcome 2012 in grand style...without spending all of your holiday cash. Sonya Cosentini, spokesperson for T.J. Maxx and Marshall's, has lots of tips on finding the perfect party outfit at budget prices.

"Springing for a new dress or a fun, festive top that can be paired with othe ...

Updated: Tue Dec 20, 2011

Shaping up for the Holidays for 12/13/2011

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

You may think that little red number you saw in the store window would be perfect for the holiday cocktail party you're planning on attending. Before you even try it on, though, there's something else to consider: Will the style of the dress flatter your own unique body shape? You'll save yourself time and frustration by following a few tips from California designer Kirstie Kelly whose collecti ...

Updated: Tue Dec 13, 2011